Showdown Looms Over `Clean' Debt Ceiling Hike

Showdown Looms Over `Clean' Debt Ceiling Hike

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses the ongoing negotiations around the U.S. debt ceiling, highlighting the roles of the Democrats, Republicans, and the Freedom Caucus. It explores the potential for government shutdowns and their limited impact on the economy, while noting the significant market repercussions. The discussion also covers the political challenges of passing spending bills, including contentious issues like the Mexican wall and Planned Parenthood funding. The video concludes with a debate on whether a clean bill can be achieved, considering the pressures on the GOP and the possibility of eliminating the debt ceiling altogether.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the potential economic repercussions of a government shutdown?

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What compromises might be necessary for Republicans to reach an agreement on the debt ceiling?

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